Medische uitdaging

Every now and then there is a cat whose rescue sticks in the memory. And while that can also be with a very cute photo, most of the time it is because of the terrible situation the cat found itself in.

We introduce you to Amber.

She came in covered in tar. It is not known how this happened. Let's hope she fell in herself. – It's hard not to immediately think the worst of people.

Amber revived thanks to the good care in Haven!

We estimate Amber to be 3 to 4 years old. She has now received her vaccinations against common cat diseases and rabies. She has been sterilized.

Has received anti-worm and anti-flea treatments. Is chipped. Graduated from the University of Litter Box Use.

Amber gets along well with other cats and cat-friendly dogs.

She is also social with people. It is not a shoulder cat but is friendly and loves cuddles.

Amber is positive for FIV, but we are confident that this will not affect her love for you.

If cats interact peacefully with each other, the risk of infection is very low. And keeping Amber alone is also an option.

FIV cats should only live indoors and benefit from good nutrition and a stable routine. These cats have compromised immune systems, but they can live long and normal lives if given proper nutrition and care.

Like all cats, but especially with a cat like Amber, be sure to visit the vet every year for a check-up.

If you want to read more about 'living with an FIV cat; ' This is a Dutch-language Facebook group for people with an FIV cat and this is a similar English speaking group. – See also the 'info sheet FIV' at the bottom of this message.

If you would like to give Amber a try, take a look at our adoption procedure. And please don't hesitate to ask anything. Feel free to ask!

Update 2024-05-30: Sunset has a serious medical problem that was not known when Sunset's promotional messages were posted on Facebook. The text below has been adjusted with that information

In July 2023, a video made the rounds. A blind cat eating bread. – Not an obvious meal for a cat. Hunger lowers pickiness.

When going out to pick up that cat to take it to Haven, there turned out to be two. The bread eater was Danny, Sunset is a suspected sister. They are both safe in Haven now. And they don't eat bread anymore.

As usual, her first sponsor gave her a name and it is Sunset.

Sunset is blind. Her eyes are not functional. These non-functional eyes are currently still present.

The tough life on the street has not cracked her. Sunset is a sweet, friendly and playful cat. Good with dogs and other cats.

We estimate that Sunset is 1.5 years old.

It was recently determined that Sunset has a medical problem with her liver. The liver enzymes are much too high. As a result, the operation to remove her eyes has been postponed.

There is a suspicion that this will be a chronic problem. Sunset currently needs special food and medicine. With the right treatment this can be controlled.

Sunset is currently adoptable. We recommend that anyone who adopts Sunset have her thoroughly examined by their local veterinarian.

Although the cats in Haven receive the best possible care, the options available to veterinarians in Egypt are probably more limited than those in the adopter's country.

If the current diagnosis remains confirmed, special veterinary diet food will have to be purchased for Sunset. No guarantee can be given about Sunset's life expectancy.

But a chronic condition does not necessarily rule out Sunset's ability to live a long life.

In any case, the potential for longevity is higher for Sunset if she were adopted. The necessary special veterinary diet food is extremely difficult to obtain in Egypt. This kind of food is expensive anyway. But because it has to come via 'grey imports', it is much, much more expensive to buy in Egypt. And often simply not for sale.

Obtaining the necessary medication is also difficult in Egypt. And we cannot ignore the financial aspect.

Sunset's best chance would be to find an adopter who is willing to adopt her despite her medical challenges.

Like all SHE cats, she knows where to find her litter box. Has received her vaccinations against rabies and common cat diseases. She has received an anti-worm treatment and an anti-flea treatment. Has been made sterile and has a microchip.

Anyone who would adopt Sunset to keep her until the sunset of her life will receive her including a transport box and her vaccination record.

Please take a look at our adoption procedure so you know how this goes. – And if you have any questions do not hesitate to contact us.